Starling Marte, New York Mets outfielder, has recently shown interest in the new torpedo-shaped bats made by Tater Baseball, a family-owned bat manufacturing company. After witnessing the New York Yankees’ explosive offense, which included 36 runs and 15 home runs over three games, Marte placed an order for customized torpedo bats to use in batting practice. The innovative design aims to help players improve their bat speed while expanding the sweet spot for better contact.

Tater Baseball, founded in 2015, has carved out a niche in the competitive bat industry by focusing on training bats that help develop players' abilities. Starling Marte was the Vargas family's first major league client, having started using Tater bats in 2018, and the company has since scaled operations significantly, serving numerous MLB teams with their products. The torpedo bats are expected to gain popularity among players looking for an edge at the plate.